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Maurizio Leo cites technology’s role in Italy’s gambling oversight

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Italy’s Deputy Minister of Economy Maurizio Leo said digital systems support player protection, efforts against problem gambling and action against illegal gambling. He said the Customs and Monopolies Agency and Guardia di Finanza use advanced IT tools, including artificial intelligence, to identify and block illegal gambling sites.

Italian authorities use digital tools, including artificial intelligence, to support player protection and identify illegal gambling sites.

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ADM delays Italy’s new online gambling system launch until 15 February 2027

Italy’s Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM) has moved the planned production start of the new concessionaire system from 13 November 2026 to 15 February 2027. The agency cited technology adaptation difficulties and few certification applications, and set intermediate deadlines for platform checks and certification work.

Italy's ADM has postponed the production start of the new concessionaire system for remote gambling from 13 November 2026 to 15 February 2027, according to a circular issued by the agency. The Customs and Monopolies Agency set a series of intermediate deadlines so that operators can complete the certification procedures required by the new technical rules.

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